KBTX Studios (KBTX)

KBTX Studios (KBTX) is a news station that has been serving the Brazos Valley community since May 7, 1957. The station is committed to providing local news and stories that highlight the community and its events. KBTX has received numerous awards for its journalism and public service, including three regional Edward R. Murrow awards in 2020. The station is actively involved in community partnerships, donating over a million dollars in advertising and sponsorships each year, and hosting events such as the annual Food for Families Food Drive and the Jefferson Awards for Public Service.

90%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This news site is known for its high journalistic standards. It strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. It has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

95%

Examples:

  • The articles provided show no clear biases.

Conflicts of Interest

90%

Examples:

Contradictions

86%

Examples:

  • A cyberattack has impacted one of the largest healthcare technology companies in the United States without providing evidence.
  • Hurricane Warnings issued for Texas Gulf Coast
  • Tropical Storm Warning applies to parts of Harris County, including Houston.

Deceptions

86%

Examples:

  • The author claims a cyberattack has impacted one of the largest healthcare technology companies in the United States without providing evidence.

Recent Articles

  • Mandatory and Voluntary Evacuation Orders Issued as Hurricane Beryl Approaches Texas Gulf Coast: Storm Surge Warnings, Heavy Rain, and Potential Flooding Expected

    Mandatory and Voluntary Evacuation Orders Issued as Hurricane Beryl Approaches Texas Gulf Coast: Storm Surge Warnings, Heavy Rain, and Potential Flooding Expected

    Broke On: Saturday, 06 July 2024 Mandatory and voluntary evacuation orders have been issued for several Texas Gulf Coast counties as Hurricane Beryl approaches, expected to make landfall on Monday. The storm is predicted to bring dangerous storm surge, heavy rain, and potential life-threatening water rises in the affected areas.
  • Texas A&M President Criticizes Jim Schlossnagle for Timing of Move to Rival Texas During Baseball Team's Historic Run

    Texas A&M President Criticizes Jim Schlossnagle for Timing of Move to Rival Texas During Baseball Team's Historic Run

    Broke On: Wednesday, 26 June 2024 Texas A&M University President Gen. Mark Welsh met with the baseball team on June 26, 2024, to congratulate them on their historic run to the national championship game against Tennessee. Jim Schlossnagle, who had been vocal in his support of a fired deputy athletics director and left Texas A&M for rival school Texas just one day after the team's defeat, drew criticism from Welsh and fans. Several players have since entered the transfer portal.
  • Tennessee Volunteers Overcome Early Deficit, Secure First Baseball National Title with Strong Pitching and Determination

    Tennessee Volunteers Overcome Early Deficit, Secure First Baseball National Title with Strong Pitching and Determination

    Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024 In a thrilling turnaround, the Tennessee Volunteers secured their first national title in baseball history by defeating Texas A&M 6-4 in the decisive Game 3 of the Men's College World Series finals. Overcoming an early deficit, Zander Sechrist and Nate Snead delivered strong pitching performances, while Dylan Dreiling's three homers earned him Most Outstanding Player honors. Texas A&M, undefeated in the NCAA tournament prior to this loss, saw Chris Cortez pitch 4.1 scoreless innings and Jace LaViolette hit a solo home run in the first inning.
  • Change Healthcare Cyberattack Causes Nationwide Outage, Pharmacies Struggle with Prescriptions

    Change Healthcare Cyberattack Causes Nationwide Outage, Pharmacies Struggle with Prescriptions

    Broke On: Sunday, 25 February 2024 A cyberattack on Change Healthcare's computer network has caused a nationwide outage in the transmission of data between healthcare providers and insurance companies. The disruption is expected to last through the day according to Optum, the IT company for Change Healthcare. Pharmacies around the country are having trouble processing some prescriptions due to this incident. The American Hospital Association urged health-care organizations to disconnect from Optum until it is deemed safe to reconnect. Baylor Scott & White Health in Bryan, Texas immediately severed known connections identified by Change Healthcare as at risk or potentially involved with the issues.

  • Eagles Triumph Over Chiefs in Super Bowl Rematch

    Broke On: Sunday, 19 November 2023 Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 21-17 in a Super Bowl rematch. Eagles' quarterback Jalen Hurts ran for two touchdowns, including the go-ahead in the fourth quarter. Jason and Travis Kelce, brothers playing for the Eagles and Chiefs respectively, have become pop culture icons.

  • Seven Injured in Shooting at Unofficial Homecoming Event Near Prairie View A&M University

    Broke On: Monday, 06 November 2023 The shooting occurred at an unofficial homecoming event near Prairie View A&M University. Seven people were injured, including four adult women, two adult men, and one male juvenile. No arrests have been made.